Keeping Kalvin Phillips could be crucial for Leeds United, with Marcelo Bielsa's future uncertain

Marcelo Bielsa has already reportedly asked for assurances from Leeds United that they will keep their key players at Elland Road.

MIDDLESBROUGH, UK 9TH FEBRUARY. Kalvin Phillips of Leeds United scores his team's first goal to make it 1-1 in the 102nd minute during the Sky Bet Championship match between Middlesbrough...

Leeds United keeping Kalvin Phillips at Elland Road could be crucial to convincing Marcelo Bielsa to stay.

According to the Telegraph, Bielsa has fears that Leeds will be raided for their top talent this summer.

The Argentine boss is deciding whether or not to stay on at Elland Road, after missing out on promotion, and he will not stick with Leeds if he is forced to cut costs.

Bielsa has concerns that Leeds will opt to sell their key players, but they have a chance to prove their commitment to keeping him now.

Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa (Left)

According to the Daily Mail, Norwich City are plotting a £12 million bid for Phillips – with Bournemouth also interested.

If Leeds were to sell Phillips then Bielsa’s worst fears would prove to be justified, and he may see that as reason to depart Elland Road.

However, if Leeds can fend off Premier League interest in Phillips, then they would surely only boost their chances of keeping Bielsa around for another season.

Marcelo Bielsa the head coach